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KHDA Director General Aisha Abdulla Miran inaugurates GETEX Spring 2024 -

Held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence,
the exhibi on which runs from April 24 to 26, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, covers study streams related to emerging
and tradi onal careers with a focus of trending compu ng, technological advancements, progress in medicine and sciences,
leadership and other future career paths for students.

Over 200 universi es from 30 different countries are par cipa ng this year, offering students nearly 2,500 course op ons.
The event is expected to see over 20,000 visitors in the following days. With its innova ve programs and exci ng networking
possibili es, GETEX promotes interna onal collabora on and educa onal advancement for all par cipants.

Her Excellency Aisha Abdulla Miran, said: “KHDA is commi ed to suppor ng ini a ves that empower students to make
informed decisions about their higher educa on journeys, and GETEX serves as a vital resource for both students and the
higher educa on sector.”
“We welcome students and visitors to stop by the KHDA stand to learn more about interna onal higher educa on choices
right here in Dubai. The 38 universi es that are licensed and accredited by KHDA offer more than 650 programmes ranging
from business and life sciences to gaming and AI. Enrolments at Dubai’s private universi es grew by a record 12% this year,
reflec ng the city’s strong reputa on for high quality higher educa on choices in the region, a rac ng future leaders and
nurturing a hub for knowledge and innova on” she added.
This year’s highlights also include the second Academia Industry Innova on Conference, which is being hosted under the
theme ‘Educa ng Future Leaders and Innovators,’ with a strong emphasis on ar ficial intelligence. Along with mul ple
workshops, seminars, and discussions for a endees, there will be an AI hackathon, AI startup showcase, youth career
counselling, a youth internship fair, AI innova on awards, and a roundtable discussion with educators and other
professionals. Furthermore, students will benefit from over 30 seminars on higher educa on, guiding them towards their
desired academic paths.

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